Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain web applications using Ruby on Rails.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs for web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to implement user interfaces.
• Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and enhance them for responsiveness.
• Write unit tests, integration tests, and maintain high code quality using TDD.
• Debug and troubleshoot production issues.
• Work in an Agile environment and participate in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure coding standards and quality.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience with Ruby on Rails.
• Strong understanding of SQL and relational databases (for example, PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with Git and version control systems.
• Solid understanding of MVC architecture and RESTful API design.
• Familiarity with TDD and unit testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with React or other modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Heroku.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Knowledge of containerization tools like Docker.